More time in the shed

[SolarSon]

G’day . Thanks for having me . I’m a retired dealer/restorer of antique and vintage furniture . 50 years ! Where did those years go ? We sold our small lifestyle property and moved into the town where I ran my business . We moved in January 2020 . 20 months later I’ve been spending that much more time out in my new shed , due to Covid . Still doing restoration work but only projects that I like. Apart from my shed I have a shipping container full of future projects . I can do basic repairs, like jointing tabletops, tighten chairs, replace missing veneers, even made a mahogany table leaf once but I’m more a restorer than a maker. Trained as a French polisher over 50 years ago . Have never used a spray or lacquer , just shellac , or beeswax, even slow oil polishing by hand . I’ve done grand pianos …..hard work but the results are fabulous and of course a big pay day after weeks of work . I used to buy baby grand pianos then repolish and restore them for sale . Too old for that now. Too heavy and no showroom now either . I came here to glean some tips and techniques in woodworking as I expand the hobby side of my work . What I have read and looked at is most interesting . Looking forward to reading a lot more . Cheers my new friends

[chambezio]

Welcome aboard!! You won't be starved of reading material. The knowledge base that this Forum can offer will be having you kept busy as you work though your inventory

[old1955]

Welcome to the forum.

[mature one]

welcome to down town Shepparton,I have a variety of machines for your use I don't spend a lot of time in the shed now days due to the work conditions whilst a apprentice cabinetmaker too much dust and fumes have taken their toll.

[crowie]

G'Day & Welcome to a top forum ......
There are a few members in Shep, with a stack members around Melbourne and cross Victoria plus the rest of the country.....
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork.....
Cheers crowie

[KeithP]

Welcome to the forum.

Regards
Keith

[JJF]

Welcome aboard

[Treecycle]

Welcome SolarSon and it sounds like you come with a wealth of experience in the finishing field. Have you been introduced to the Woodworkers of the Goulburn Valley who are in your town and have an excellent setup the last I saw.
Look forward to seeing some of your works down the track.